This is the 11354th most frequent Spanish word.
esquivar
To dodge or avoid.
Usage: 'Esquivar' as avoiding physical danger with agility.
Él esquivó el golpe que venía hacia él.
He dodged the blow coming towards him.
Usage: 'Esquivar' as avoiding subjects or discussions deliberately.
Siempre trato de esquivar temas políticos en reuniones familiares.
I always try to avoid political topics at family gatherings.
Usage: 'Esquivar' as avoiding a situation or obstacle by finding an alternative path.